ALA Scholarship for Library in New Media

Listed below is a table of the ALA scholarship and eligibility requirements for individuals planning to specialize in the field of new media. (New media is defined as a culmination of how digital technology has transformed culture and business within the last 25+ years and defines the evolution and revolution in digital communications and human-computer interaction.) Applicants who have applied for admission to a formal program of library and information studies leading to a master's degree may apply for this scholarship.

Factors considered in making the award include:

Academic excellence,

Leadership, and

Evidence of commitment to a career in librarianship.

Achievement in these areas may best be demonstrated by statements indicating the nature of library and other experience, by professional references, and by the personal statement (which is part of the online application).

This page provides information on the ALA scholarship for library in new media only. Many units of ALA also provide scholarships not listed here. View the complete list of scholarships and requirements on the Scholarship Comparison Guide.

Scholarship applications and all supporting documents must be received in the ALA Scholarship Clearinghouse by March 1st.

Please review the application procedures and start collecting supporting materials well before the deadline.

If you have questions or concerns on the ALA Scholarship for Library in New Media, please contact the ALA Scholarship Clearinghouse at 1.800.545.2433 ext. 4277 or email scholarships@ala.org.

New Media Scholarship

NAME

AWARD

REQUIREMENTS

DESCRIPTION

Peter Lyman Memorial/SAGE Scholarship in New Media

Amount: $2,500
Installments: 2
Check to: Student

Must specialize in the field of new media.

U.S. or Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Attend ALA accredited Master's Program.

No more than 12 semester hours towards MLS/MLIS/MIS prior to June 1 of year awarded.

Personal Statement

Established to honor the memory of a University of California, professor emeritus and university librarian who made many contributions in new media and library services.